The third trimester has begun, and I'll admit that, while it snuck up on me, I am feeling it! Oh my aching back that Ben has no mercy on, the heartburn that Tums and Pepcid temporarily relieve, only to rise up again once I lie down on my two pillows and shove the third between my legs, and the restless sleep that is driving my husband to the guest room...
(I'm happier about it than I look!)
We've always predicted that our second child would be a maniac since Ben spoiled us with a calm and cuddly infancy. Katie Beth seems to be fulfilling that prophecy with lots and lots, and lots, of in-womb activity! Wild Woman is always busy whirling and twirling in there, and I can't wait to see how that translates on the outside!
My doctor said that all is on schedule for the Feb. 22 opening of UAB's new Women's and Infants Center, whew! I'm really enjoying Dr. Hoover, as she's a mom of little ones too and just gets it. And delivering at UAB will cost us zero dollars. Zero! You don't have that opportunity very often, so that and the new hospital really clinched the deal for me.
This morning's appointment was eventful as it was time to take my glucose test (I passed!) and get my rhogam shot. Neither was as bad as anticipated...nor was the weight gain this time - although I'm still reeling from that 7-lb jump in January! (thanks Christmas cookies!) My belly measurement was a little small, 25 weeks, so we're just going to check again at my next visit in two weeks to make sure she's growing like she should.
That's all the news I know! Tyler recently taught Ben how to rub my belly and say hi to Katie Beth. So here's a shot of me with all our kiddos:
"Hi Kay Buff!"
but she's worth it.
28-week belly pic:
(I'm happier about it than I look!)We've always predicted that our second child would be a maniac since Ben spoiled us with a calm and cuddly infancy. Katie Beth seems to be fulfilling that prophecy with lots and lots, and lots, of in-womb activity! Wild Woman is always busy whirling and twirling in there, and I can't wait to see how that translates on the outside!
My doctor said that all is on schedule for the Feb. 22 opening of UAB's new Women's and Infants Center, whew! I'm really enjoying Dr. Hoover, as she's a mom of little ones too and just gets it. And delivering at UAB will cost us zero dollars. Zero! You don't have that opportunity very often, so that and the new hospital really clinched the deal for me.
This morning's appointment was eventful as it was time to take my glucose test (I passed!) and get my rhogam shot. Neither was as bad as anticipated...nor was the weight gain this time - although I'm still reeling from that 7-lb jump in January! (thanks Christmas cookies!) My belly measurement was a little small, 25 weeks, so we're just going to check again at my next visit in two weeks to make sure she's growing like she should.
That's all the news I know! Tyler recently taught Ben how to rub my belly and say hi to Katie Beth. So here's a shot of me with all our kiddos:
"Hi Kay Buff!"
5 comments:
That last pic is just precious!! Ben's going to be such a great big brother!
Just Precious!!! So excited for you all! Your mom informed me you will be moving closser!! Try not to get to stressed. You will have plenty of hands to help I am sure when moving the fam comes. Take care!
Stacey - you look great! Love the cute belly and the precious pic of Ben reaching for it.
I meant to tell you that I absolutely love the names you guys picked out! The names Katherine and Elizabeth are very popular in our families and the shortened nickname of Katie Beth is too cute!
Lookin good girl. Wow- I cant believe how time is flying...for me that is. I'm sure you dont think that at night. Whew-I dont miss those nights. Hang in there and keep your eye on the prize:)
That royal blue color is so pretty on you. You always manage to look so beautiful and fit when you're pregnant. :) Ben will be such a sweet big brother. I predict Miss Katie Beth to be a whirling twirling ballerina. :)
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